Snow Queen

Chris Baker, Hans Christian Anderson

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Snow Queen

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Chris Baker, Hans Christian Anderson

Reading Level 5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The Snow Queen is colder and more powerful than you ever imagined, able to freeze hearts and steal friends away. When Kai vanishes into her icy realm, only Gerda’s warmth and courage can cut through the frost. But will love be enough to break the spell and bring him back?

Quick Assessment

This classic tale retold by Chris Baker follows Gerda as she embarks on a brave journey to rescue her best friend Kai from the Snow Queen's icy grip. Suitable for middle-grade readers, the story explores themes of friendship, courage, and perseverance with language and content appropriate for ages 9-12. The book includes supportive teaching notes and activities to enhance comprehension and engagement.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
6

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Details

ISBN
9781856561266
Publisher
Oxford University Press, USA
Published
2016-05-12
Type
Fiction

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